Category: 2014

Chronicle of Events from 2014.

Phish Announce Summer Tour 2014

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“Phish will kick off its 2014 Summer Tour on July 1 at XFINITY Center in Mansfield, MA and celebrate the Fourth of July with a three-night stand at Saratoga Performing Arts Center in Saratoga Springs, NY (July 3-5). There will be numerous waterside dates – including the band’s first shows on New York City’s Randall’s Island (July 11-13) and at The Amphitheater at the Wharf in Orange Beach, AL (August 1) and a return to Northerly Island (July 18-20), with its stunning view of the Chicago skyline.
For the fourth consecutive year, Phish will wrap up its summer outing with a trio of Labor Day weekend shows at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City, CO (8/29-8/31). No additional east coast dates will be announced this summer or fall.
An online ticket request period for the tour is currently underway at http://tickets.phish.com and will end on Sunday, March 23 at 11:59PM ET. Tickets will go on sale to the general public beginning Thursday, March 27. For complete ticketing details or to view the official Summer Tour 2014 announcement video, click here.”

 
Announced Tour Dates
7/1 XFINITY Center, Mansfield, MA
7/3 Saratoga Performing Arts Center, Saratoga Springs, NY
7/4 Saratoga Performing Arts Center, Saratoga Springs, NY
7/5 Saratoga Performing Arts Center, Saratoga Springs, NY
7/8 The Mann, Philadelphia, PA
7/9 The Mann, Philadelphia, PA
7/11 Randall’s Island, New York, NY
7/12 Randall’s Island, New York, NY
7/13 Randall’s Island, New York, NY
7/15 CMAC, Canandaigua, NY
7/16 DTE Energy Music Theatre, Clarkston, MI
7/18 FirstMerit Bank Pavilion on Northerly Island, Chicago, IL
7/19 FirstMerit Bank Pavilion on Northerly Island, Chicago, IL
7/20 FirstMerit Bank Pavilion on Northerly Island, Chicago, IL
7/25 PNC Music Pavilion, Charlotte, NC
7/26 Merriweather Post Pavilion, Columbia, MD
7/27 Merriweather Post Pavilion, Columbia, MD
7/29 nTelos Wireless Pavilion, Portsmouth, VA
7/30 nTelos Wireless Pavilion, Portsmouth, VA
8/1 The Amphitheater at the Wharf, Orange Beach, AL
8/2 Oak Mountain Amphitheatre, Birmingham, AL
8/3 Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park, Alpharetta, GA
8/29 Dick’s Sporting Goods Park, Commerce City, CO
8/30 Dick’s Sporting Goods Park, Commerce City, CO
8/31 Dick’s Sporting Goods Park, Commerce City, CO

Websites & Links: Phish.com | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | LivePhish.com

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Jimkata Announce 2014 Spring Tour Dates

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Jimkata’s innovative, fan-funded record Die Digital turned the heads of critics and musicians when it dropped in the Fall of 2012, solidifying the band’s reputation as forward-thinking artists to pay attention to. Having been a mainstay of the Northeast jam circuit since 2006, Jimkata’s refined electro-rock sound is one of a band that has found its voice after years of experimentation. It’s more indie rock than jam, and more electro-pop than EDM; yet the four-piece appeals to each of these audiences. In the spirit of LCD Soundsystem, MGMT and Talking Heads, Jimkata’s relevant, quotable lyrics create moods not just for fleeting moments, but for the lifestyle of an entire generation. A staple of the festival circuit from the Rockies to the Atlantic, Jimkata’s 2013 schedule included heavy hitters like Gathering of The Vibes, Summer Camp, Catskill Chill and Rootwire, on top of hosting their very own inaugural festival, Katalyst.

Announced Tour Dates
3.1 | Lebanon, PA @ Late Winter Jibber Jam
3.6 | Rochester, NY @ Lovin’ Cup
3.7 | Oneonta, NY @ Oneonta Theatre
3.8 | Northampton, MA @ Pearl Street Club
3.13 | Portland, ME @ Empire
3.14 | Stowe, VT @ The Matterhorn
3.15 Day | Stowe, VT @ The Matterhorn
3.15 Night | Burlington, VT @ Nectar’s
3.17 | Williamsport, PA @ Bullfrog Brewery
3.26 | Lansing, MI @ The Loft
3.27 | Kalamazoo, MI @ Bell’s
3.28 | Indianapolis, IN @ The Mousetrap
3.29 | Berwyn, IL @ Wire
4.2 | Fort Collins, CO @ Hodi’s
4.3 | Denver, CO @ 1UP
4.4 Day | Denver, CO @ SnowBall Music Festival
4.4 Night | Avon, CO @ Agave
4.5 Day | Breckenridge, CO @ Breckenridge Beer Festival
4.5 Night | Breckenridge, CO @ Three20South
4.7 | Lincoln, NE @ Vega
4.8 | Iowa City, IA @ Gabe’s
4.9 | Cleveland, OH @ Beachland Tavern
4.10 | Plains, PA @ River Street Jazz Cafe
4.11 | Ithaca, NY @ The Haunt
4.12 | Buffalo, NY @ Nietzsche’s
4.16 | Baltimore, MD @ The 8×10
4.17 | Blacksburg, VA @ Sycamore Deli
4.18 | Chattanooga, TN @ Rhythm & Brews
4.19 | Nashville, TN @ 12th & Porter
4.20 | Greenville, SC @ Independent Public Ale House
4.22 | Gainesville, FL @ High Dive*
4.23 | Jacksonville, FL @ Underbelly*
4.24 | Orlando, FL @ The Social*
4.25 | Tampa, FL @ Crowbar*
4.26 | Fort Lauderdale, FL @ Culture Room*
4.27 | Boca Raton, FL @ Live from AURA Studios
4.29 | Charleston, SC @ Pour House
5.1 | Richmond, VA @ Capital Ale House
5.2 | Philadelphia, PA @ Theatre of Living Arts
5.3 | Brooklyn, NY @ Music Hall of Williamsburg
5.9 | Rochester, NY @ Montage Music Hall
5.10 | Syracuse, NY @ The Westcott Theater
*with Stokeswood

Websites & Links: Jimkata.com | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | Vimeo | Archive.org

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Leftover Salmon Announce 2014 Spring Tour

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“Leftover Salmon is excited to announce their 2014 Spring Tour. In late March, Leftover Salmon will kick off the tour with two nights at Terrapin Crossroads in San Rafael, CA, followed by two nights at the Crystal Bay Club in Nevada, an evening at the Belly Up in Solana Beach, and two nights at the Sierra Nevada Brewing Company in Chico. The beginning of April brings LoS into Minnesota and Wisconsin for a few shows and the tour closes with another double header at the Aggie Theatre in Fort Collins, CO.
LoS Fan Club ticketing will go on-sale on Thursday, January 23rd at 10am MST. Be sure to tune in to LiveSalmon.com for LIVE-streams of all shows (provided there is access to an Internet connection) and downloads of live performances within a few days of the show.”

Announced Tour Dates
Mar-26 Wed – San Rafael, CA – Terrapin Crossroads
Mar-27 Thu – San Rafael, CA – Terrapin Crossroads
Mar-28 Fri – Crystal Bay, NV – Crystal Bay Club
Mar-29 Sat – Crystal Bay, NV – Crystal Bay Club
Mar-30 Sun – Solana Beach, CA – Belly Up
Mar-31 Mon – Chico, CA – Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
Apr-01 Tue – Chico, CA – Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
Apr-03 Thu – Lutsen, MN – Papa Charlies
Apr-04 Fri – Minneapolis, MN – First Avenue
Apr-05 Sat – Madison, WI – Majestic Theatre
Apr-18 Fri – Ft. Collins, CO – Aggie Theatre
Apr-19 Sat – Ft. Collins, CO – Aggie Theatre

Websites & Links: LeftoverSalmon.com | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube

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Papadosio Announce Winter + Spring Tour 2014

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Announced Tour Dates
Fri Feb 14 – Aura Music Festival [Live Oak, FL]
Thu Feb 20 – Envision Festival [Uvita, Costa Rica]
Thu Feb 27 – Tipitina’s Uptown [New Orleans, LA]
Fri Feb 28 – Last Concert Café [Houston, TX]
Sat Mar 1 – The Belmont [Austin, TX]
Sat Mar 2 – George’s Majestic Lounge [Fayetteville, AR]
Tue Mar 4 – Animas City Theatre [Durango, CO]
Wed Mar 5 – Belly Up Aspen [Aspen, CO]
Thu Mar 6 – Warren Station [Keystone, CO]
Fri & Sat Mar 7-8 – Fox Theatre [Boulder, CO]
Sun Mar 9 – Aggie Theatre [Fort Collins, CO]
Tue Mar 11 – Rialto Theatre [Tucson, AZ]
Wed Mar 12 – Orpheum Theater [Flagstaff, AZ]
Thu Mar 13 – Echoplex [Los Angeles, CA]
Fri Mar 14 – The Catalyst [Santa Cruz, CA]
Sat Mar 15 – Great American Music Hall [San Francisco, CA]
Thu Mar 20 – Olympia Ballroom [Olympia, WA]
Sat Mar 21 – The Crocodile [Seattle, WA]
Sat Mar 22 – Wonder Ballroom [Portland, OR]
Sun Mar 23 – Domino Room [Bend, OR]
Thu Mar 27 – The Complex [Salt Lake City, UT]
Fri & Sat Mar 28-29 – Hoopla in the Hills [Athens, OH]
Tue Apr 1 – Waiting Room [Omaha, NE]
Wed Apr 2 – Mill City Nights [Minneapolis, MN]
Thu Apr 3 – Turner Hall Ballroom [Milwaukee, WI]
Fri Apr 4 – Deluxe [Indianapolis, IN]
 Sat Apr 5 – Concord Music Hall [Chicago, IL]
Sun Apr 6 – Headliners Music Hall [Lexington, KY]
Sat Apr 26 – Madison Theater [Covington, KY]
Fri May 30 – Blackstock Music Festival [Blackstock, SC]
Sat Jun 7 – Wakarusa [Ozark, AR]

Websites & Links: Papadosio.com | Facebook | Twitter | YouTube | Archive.org

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Jungle Jam IV 2014

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From JungleJam.com

“Slightly Stoopid, the Ocean Beach/San Diego, CA group led by multi-instrumentalists and founding members, Miles Doughty and Kyle McDonald, will headline Jungle Jam IV January 16-19, 2014 in Jaco, Costa Rica.

Featuring four days of continuous music, this year’s party in the jungle also includes festival newcomers G. Love & Friends, Dumpstaphunk, Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe, The Expendables, Nicki Bluhm and the Gramblers, Kung Fu and dopapod, as well as Jungle Jam veterans Max Creek, Oteil Burbridge, bassist for the Allman Brothers Band, Zach Deputy and Ryan Montbleau Band.

The one-of-a-kind music and camping festival in Jaco, Costa Rica is hosted by the beautiful DoceLunas Resort Hotel and includes concerts at multiple locations in the area, including beach front venues, late night clubs and local theatres, all designed to create an up-close and personal concert experience. It is not unusual for bands to play multiple days at Jungle Jam. Nor is it unusual for sets to turn into big jam sessions.

“We are stoked to have some of the best touring bands in America come ROCK JACO once again,’ said Eric Freitas, event producer for Jungle Jam IV. “This year’s line-up represents a mix of genres and styles that fit in perfect harmony with the culture, surroundings and the vibe of Costa Rica. Roots Reggae, Funk, Soul, Hip Hop, Fusion, Americana, Jam and Electronic…it’s all here.”

A limited number of early bird tickets are available while supplies last starting at just $149 for a four day festival pass and $299 for a six day camping and festival pass. Camping packages include the full access to Jungle Jam IV as well as camping in a secure area and round trip airport transfers. All the amenities of a top notch camping and music festival will be available including showers, food vendors as well as a General Store. The campground will open on January 15, 2014 and close on January 21, 2014. Once the early bird packages are gone, Jungle Jam camping and festival packages will be available starting at $199 per person for the four day pass and $349 per person for a 6 day camping pass.

All-inclusive hotel packages are still available at the Best Western Jaco Beach Resort. Condo packages are available at a number of the best resorts along Jaco Beach including the La Paloma Blanca, Bahia Azul, Bahia Encantada, The Palms and Diamante Del Sol.

All camping, hotel and condo packages include festival tickets and ground transportation transfers to and from San Jose Airport.

The DoceLunas Resort has been the home for Jungle Jam since 2011 and is truly one of the gems of all Central America. Located among the towering jungle shade trees, the DoceLunas Resort is a three minute drive or a one mile walk from the beach. Wild life abounds and scarlet macaws, monkeys, geckos and anteaters all can be seen on the grounds at DoceLunas. DoceLunas offers all the amenities expected of a four-star hotel, including a full service gourmet restaurant, high speed wireless internet, a spectacular waterfall cave mosaic swimming pool, yoga studio, a full spa and beauty salon and more.

Most Jungle Jam IV performances will take place during the evenings allowing attendees the opportunity to take advantage of all that Costa Rica has to offer from zip line adventures across the rain forest, boat cruises to see crocodiles, surfing lessons, day trips to Manuel Antonio National Park and much more.”

Websites & Links: JungleJam.com | Facebook

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Chicago Farmer Announces 2014 Winter Tour Dates

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Do you have a voice but are afraid to use it? Do you have feelings you don’t know how to express? Is there a side of you that wants to be freed from under the rock, the closet, the suffocating small town or big city cubicle you’ve been living in? Chicago Farmer is ready to help and will be on tour in your area in 2014!

The son of a small town farming community, Cody Diekhoff, logged plenty of highway and stage time before drifting into the Windy City and becoming known as Chicago Farmer. Profoundly inspired by Woody Guthrie and John Prine, he’s a working-class folk musician to his core. His small town roots, tilled with city streets mentality, are now turning heads North and South of I-80
“This is not your average ‘man with guitar.’ Chicago Farmer’s approach to solo folk music is traditional, but his soul and energy are uncommonly powerful,” says CBS Chicago. “Arriving with his classic acoustic guitar style is a voice smooth but broken-in that sounds wise beyond its years. He will stomp out a beat in leather boots to drive home a point and throw down a handsome harmonica solo to put a song over the top. The songs are about the places he’s been and the people he’s met, so local ideas are abound in this music from the heart.”
“You can smell the dirt in the fields, hear the wind as it blows across the plains, and see the people that Chicago Farmer sings about.” Honest Tune goes on to write, “Each song captures a moment in time, whether for a person or a particular place. Imagine if a John Steinbeck short story had been written as a song, and this will give you a fairly good idea as to what Chicago Farmer accomplishes in his music.”
“Chicago Farmer represents the best qualities of Midwestern U.S.A,” praises Pokey Lafarge. “His lyrics, his stories and his heart are true. He’ll give you that feeling of ‘going home’. He’ll make you want to say all those things you’ve been meaning to say but were too afraid. At the same time his songs can make you ask yourself some deep questions. His songs give you hope. If you didn’t know him I believe just his voice would make you believe every word he says. Definitely one of my favorite singers out there today.”
In 2013 Chicago Farmer released the full-length album Backenforth, IL. The album broke the top 40 on the Americana Music Charts and rose to #3 on the Radio Free Americana charts. Along with Americana Radio, the album also garnered much attention with the song “Workin’ On It” being featured on Chicago’s WXRT multiple times. On April 17th, Michael Verity of No Depression (The Roots Music Authority) pegged Backenforth, IL as #5 of the best of the year so far, and Henry Carrigan of Country Standard Time says of the album “Stark and joyous at the same time, the songs grab you by the throat and refuse to let go until they’ve penetrated your heart and soul, which, after all, is what great folk music has always done; Chicago Farmer’s new album stands well in that tradition.”
Chicago Farmer plans to carry the tradition and torch of folk music even further with his live performances in 2014. This year Deikhoff goes on to headline many of the markets and cities he’s been the support in; 2013 saw the Folk-Singer priming the stage for the likes of Todd Snider, Pokey LaFarge, and Jeff Austin’s side project The Here and Now featuring Austin, Danny Barnes, and Larry & Jenny Keel. Whether the audience has already witnessed one of his performances or not, they’re sure to be singing along, clapping hands, stomping their feet, laughing, crying, and wishing for more.
Chicago Farmer 2014 Tour Dates
Jan 11 Springfield, IL – Donnie’s Homespun
Jan 29 Madison, WI – Hotel Red
Jan 30 Two Rivers, WI – Waverly Inn
Jan 31 Minocqua, WI – Minocqua Brewing CO.
Feb 01 Minneapolis, MN – Cedar Cultural Center
Feb 07 Nashville, IN – The Cabin Fever Concert
Feb 08 Newport, KY – Southgate House Revival
Feb 13 St. Louis, MO – The Gramophone
Feb 14 Bloomington, IL – The Castle Theatre
Feb 15 McHenry, IL – Winter Roots at Mackey’s Hideout
Feb 20 Chicago, IL – Dunn Dunn Fest at Tonic Room
Feb 21 Davenport, IA – The Redstone Room
Feb 22 Des Moines, IA – Vaudeville Mews
Feb 28 Denver, CO – Cervantes’ Other Side

Websites & Links: ChicagoFarmer.com | Facebook | Myspace | Archive.org

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Best Albums of 2014

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In no particular order.

The Best Albums of 2014

Featuring new albums from Primus, Rubblebucket, Phish, Railroad Earth, Hard Working Americans, Lotus, Trampled by Turtles, Drive-By Truckers, Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe, The Infamous Stringdusters, Kung Fu, Dave Matthews Band, Umphrey’s McGee, moe., Mike Gordon, John Butler Trio, Medeski, Martin and Wood, The New Mastersounds, Deadmau5, and Old Crow Medicine Show.
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